Sedgwick County On-Call Media Buyer RFP #26-0104 - 2026
Sedgwick CountyCounty · Wichita, KS- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 27 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jaimee O’Laughlin
- (316) 660-7255
The 30-second brief
Sedgwick County, Kansas is seeking a firm or firms to assist the county in media buying services on an on-call basis to help plan, negotiate, place, reconcile, and report on advertising opportunities for county events, projects, news developments, and other public relations needs. Opportunities include print ads, billboards, digital ads, radio spots, television ads, and paid search campaigns. Responses are due by 1:45 pm CST, December 8, 2026. Contract period will begin following Board of County Commissioners approval for three years with two one-year options to renew.
Examples of past work for advertising campaigns and their key performance metrics (40), Overall pricing - to include setup fees, labor costs, and access to discounts from media partners (30), Experience integrating digital analytics tools into media buying campaigns (20), Experience in providing media buying services for government agencies (10)
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Summary
Sedgwick County, Kansas is seeking a firm or firms to assist the county in media buying services on an on-call basis to help plan, negotiate, place, reconcile, and report on advertising opportunities for county events, projects, news developments, and other public relations needs.
Opportunities include print ads, billboards, digital ads, radio spots, television ads, and paid search campaigns. Responses are due by 1:45 pm CST, December 8, 2026. Contract period will begin following Board of County Commissioners approval for three years with two one-year options to renew.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Examples of past work for advertising campaigns and their key performance metrics (40), Overall pricing - to include setup fees, labor costs, and access to discounts from media partners (30), Experience integrating digital analytics tools into media buying campaigns (20), Experience in providing media buying services for government agencies (10)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Proof of insurance meeting minimum requirements
- Signed response form
- Acknowledgment of addenda
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Wichita, KS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Sedgwick County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jaimee O’Laughlin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Sedgwick County in KS, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jaimee O’Laughlin at (316) 660-7255. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Examples of past work for advertising campaigns and their key performance metrics (40), Overall pricing - to include setup fees, labor costs, and access to discounts from media partners (30), Experien..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sedgwick County?
All active and historical solicitations from Sedgwick County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Sedgwick County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 8, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proof of insurance meeting minimum requirements, signed response form, acknowledgment of addenda. Review the full document from Sedgwick County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wichita, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.